Our youngest friends are invited to join us at 11:15am Sundays for lessons and activities exploring the parables Jesus told.

Parables invite us to think, to imagine life differently. They ask us to look at our own lives, to think about how we are living in the way that Jesus teaches. They help us to think about the choices we can make. Parables are not very tidy! Hearing them, we are invited to play with them, ask questions, and “mess around” with the story so as to understand what it meant to Jesus’ original audience and what it might mean for us today.

Middle and high school youth are invited to engage these sessions exploring the foundations of the Reformed faith, worship, witness, and polity.

Find us in the 2nd Floor Conference Room after worship at 11:15am Sunday mornings!

Ecclesiastes is one of the most provocative and honest books of the Bible, confronting life’s deepest questions about meaning, work, pleasure, wisdom, suffering, and death.

Through a guided survey of the text, the class will trace the Teacher’s search for meaning “under the sun,” grapple with the book’s apparent tensions and paradoxes, and consider how Ecclesiastes critiques false sources of fulfillment while directing readers toward a life of reverent trust in God.

Led by Director of Christian Formation Charlotte Elia Sundays at 11:15am in the Pastors’ Gallery.

In these deeply transporting pages, Cole Arthur Riley reflects on the stories of her grandmother and father, and how they revealed to her an embodied, dignity-affirming spirituality, not only in what they believed but in the act of living itself. Writing memorably of her own childhood and coming to self, Arthur Riley boldly explores some of the most urgent questions of life and faith: How can spirituality not silence the body, but instead allow it to come alive? How do we honor, lament, and heal from the stories we inherit? How can we find peace in a world overtaken with dislocation, noise, and unrest? In this indelible work of contemplative storytelling, Arthur Riley invites us to descend into our own stories, examine our capacity to rest, wonder, joy, rage, and repair, and find that our humanity is not an enemy to faith but evidence of it.

This discussion group meets in the 1st Floor Conference Room and is open to all. Led by Director of Christian Formation, Charlotte Elia.

Wear comfortable clothes for this time of guided contemplation and centering prayer for spiritual rest and renewal. Utilizing breath work and simple affirmations, this session should leave participants feeling more spiritually aware and physically relaxed.

Our session will last approximately 45 minutes. Free and open to the public.

Ecclesiastes is one of the most provocative and honest books of the Bible, confronting life’s deepest questions about meaning, work, pleasure, wisdom, suffering, and death.

Through a guided survey of the text, the class will trace the Teacher’s search for meaning “under the sun,” grapple with the book’s apparent tensions and paradoxes, and consider how Ecclesiastes critiques false sources of fulfillment while directing readers toward a life of reverent trust in God.

Led by Director of Christian Formation Charlotte Elia Sundays at 11:15am in the Pastors’ Gallery.

Our youngest friends are invited to join us at 11:15am Sundays for lessons and activities exploring the parables Jesus told.

Parables invite us to think, to imagine life differently. They ask us to look at our own lives, to think about how we are living in the way that Jesus teaches. They help us to think about the choices we can make. Parables are not very tidy! Hearing them, we are invited to play with them, ask questions, and “mess around” with the story so as to understand what it meant to Jesus’ original audience and what it might mean for us today.

Middle and high school youth are invited to engage these sessions exploring the foundations of the Reformed faith, worship, witness, and polity.

Find us in the 2nd Floor Conference Room after worship at 11:15am Sunday mornings!

We welcome back the Richmond Brass and Percussion Consort for their annual Christmas concert with selections both familiar and new. Come and enjoy this all-brass ensemble whose music will fill the air with rich and resonant sounds bringing warmth and joy to your holidays.

Our youngest friends are invited to join us at 11:15am Sundays for lessons and activities exploring the parables Jesus told.

Parables invite us to think, to imagine life differently. They ask us to look at our own lives, to think about how we are living in the way that Jesus teaches. They help us to think about the choices we can make. Parables are not very tidy! Hearing them, we are invited to play with them, ask questions, and “mess around” with the story so as to understand what it meant to Jesus’ original audience and what it might mean for us today.

Middle and high school youth are invited to engage these sessions exploring the foundations of the Reformed faith, worship, witness, and polity.

Find us in the 2nd Floor Conference Room after worship at 11:15am Sunday mornings!

This concert offers a unique opportunity to experience the richness of the music and text of the Messiah with a fresh presentation. A community choral group accompanied by a chamber orchestra will bring this beloved and sacred music to life under the direction of Roshan Chakane, Director of Music at Chester Presbyterian Church. Plan for an evening you will not want to miss.

We welcome back the Chesterfield County Choral Society now in their 30th year, for a holiday spirited concert. Enjoy choral and bell music alike around an Appalachian Christmas theme that will help put the holiday spirit on your mind and in your heart.

In this session, students will explore the symbolic figures known as the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse as described in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 6:1–8). We will examine each horseman—Conquest, War, Famine, and Death—considering their imagery, color symbolism, and the events they signify within apocalyptic literature. The session will also address the historical context of Revelation, common interpretive approaches (literal, symbolic, historical, and theological), and the enduring impact of the Four Horsemen on art, culture, and religious thought. By the end of the class, students will have a clearer understanding of how these figures contribute to the book’s broader message of judgment, struggle, and ultimate hope. Led by Charlotte Elia in the Pastors’ Gallery.

Our youngest friends are invited to join us at 11:15am Sundays for lessons and activities exploring the parables Jesus told.

Parables invite us to think, to imagine life differently. They ask us to look at our own lives, to think about how we are living in the way that Jesus teaches. They help us to think about the choices we can make. Parables are not very tidy! Hearing them, we are invited to play with them, ask questions, and “mess around” with the story so as to understand what it meant to Jesus’ original audience and what it might mean for us today.

Middle and high school youth are invited to engage these sessions exploring the foundations of the Reformed faith, worship, witness, and polity.

Find us in the 2nd Floor Conference Room after worship at 11:15am Sunday mornings!

In these deeply transporting pages, Cole Arthur Riley reflects on the stories of her grandmother and father, and how they revealed to her an embodied, dignity-affirming spirituality, not only in what they believed but in the act of living itself. Writing memorably of her own childhood and coming to self, Arthur Riley boldly explores some of the most urgent questions of life and faith: How can spirituality not silence the body, but instead allow it to come alive? How do we honor, lament, and heal from the stories we inherit? How can we find peace in a world overtaken with dislocation, noise, and unrest? In this indelible work of contemplative storytelling, Arthur Riley invites us to descend into our own stories, examine our capacity to rest, wonder, joy, rage, and repair, and find that our humanity is not an enemy to faith but evidence of it.

This discussion group meets in the 1st Floor Conference Room and is open to all. Led by Director of Christian Formation, Charlotte Elia.

This presentation explores Andrew Carnegie’s “The Gospel of Wealth” (1889) through the lens of biblical interpretation and moral philosophy. It examines how Carnegie drew upon Christian teachings—particularly the concepts of stewardship, charity, and divine responsibility—to justify his vision of wealth and philanthropy in the Gilded Age. The discussion contrasts Carnegie’s interpretation of biblical principles, such as the “stewardship” of riches, with traditional Christian understandings of poverty, humility, and communal care. By analyzing both Carnegie’s text and relevant scriptural passages, the presentation invites reflection on the ethical tensions between capitalism, faith, and social responsibility. Led by Charlotte Elia in the Pastors’ Gallery.

Our youngest friends are invited to join us at 11:15am Sundays for lessons and activities exploring the parables Jesus told.

Parables invite us to think, to imagine life differently. They ask us to look at our own lives, to think about how we are living in the way that Jesus teaches. They help us to think about the choices we can make. Parables are not very tidy! Hearing them, we are invited to play with them, ask questions, and “mess around” with the story so as to understand what it meant to Jesus’ original audience and what it might mean for us today.

Middle and high school youth are invited to engage these sessions exploring the foundations of the Reformed faith, worship, witness, and polity.

Find us in the 2nd Floor Conference Room after worship at 11:15am Sunday mornings!

In these deeply transporting pages, Cole Arthur Riley reflects on the stories of her grandmother and father, and how they revealed to her an embodied, dignity-affirming spirituality, not only in what they believed but in the act of living itself. Writing memorably of her own childhood and coming to self, Arthur Riley boldly explores some of the most urgent questions of life and faith: How can spirituality not silence the body, but instead allow it to come alive? How do we honor, lament, and heal from the stories we inherit? How can we find peace in a world overtaken with dislocation, noise, and unrest? In this indelible work of contemplative storytelling, Arthur Riley invites us to descend into our own stories, examine our capacity to rest, wonder, joy, rage, and repair, and find that our humanity is not an enemy to faith but evidence of it.

This discussion group meets in the 1st Floor Conference Room and is open to all. Led by Director of Christian Formation, Charlotte Elia.

A Taizé prayer service is a meditative form of worship characterized by simple, repetitive chants, scripture readings, prayerful silence, and candlelight. It's a communal prayer experience aimed at fostering a sense of peace, spiritual connection, and reconciliation. Led by Roshan Chakane, Director of Music, and Charlotte Elia, Director of Christian Formation in historic Wyatt Chapel.

For a preview of music planned for this service, please visit our Spotify playlist.

We are so delighted to welcome again the internationally acclaimed Greater Richmond Children's Choir this season. The choir under the direction of Crystal Jonkman and Roshan Chakane will perform a variety of songs ranging from classical arrangements such as "Lift Every Voice and Sing" by Rollo Dilworth to "Emarabini" a traditional South African song sung in both Zulu and Xhosa.

In this adult Sunday school session, we’ll examine this PC(USA) resource providing insights into common questions and conversation points regarding trans identity and the Christian faith. The document can be previewed here. Copies will be provided to class participants. Led by Charlotte Elia in the Pastors’ Gallery.

Middle and high school youth are invited to engage these sessions exploring the foundations of the Reformed faith, worship, witness, and polity.

Find us in the 2nd Floor Conference Room after worship at 11:15am Sunday mornings!

Our youngest friends are invited to join us at 11:15am Sundays for lessons and activities exploring the parables Jesus told.

Parables invite us to think, to imagine life differently. They ask us to look at our own lives, to think about how we are living in the way that Jesus teaches. They help us to think about the choices we can make. Parables are not very tidy! Hearing them, we are invited to play with them, ask questions, and “mess around” with the story so as to understand what it meant to Jesus’ original audience and what it might mean for us today.

In these deeply transporting pages, Cole Arthur Riley reflects on the stories of her grandmother and father, and how they revealed to her an embodied, dignity-affirming spirituality, not only in what they believed but in the act of living itself. Writing memorably of her own childhood and coming to self, Arthur Riley boldly explores some of the most urgent questions of life and faith: How can spirituality not silence the body, but instead allow it to come alive? How do we honor, lament, and heal from the stories we inherit? How can we find peace in a world overtaken with dislocation, noise, and unrest? In this indelible work of contemplative storytelling, Arthur Riley invites us to descend into our own stories, examine our capacity to rest, wonder, joy, rage, and repair, and find that our humanity is not an enemy to faith but evidence of it.

This discussion group meets in the 1st Floor Conference Room and is open to all. Led by Director of Christian Formation, Charlotte Elia.

Step away from the noise of everyday life and enter into the quiet presence of God. This class offers an introduction to the theology of the ancient Christian practice of contemplative prayer, a form of silent, wordless communion with God rooted in stillness, simplicity, and surrender. Pastors’ Gallery.

Robin and Linda are folk musicians from Virginia known internationally for their harmony singing and song writing talents. You might recognize them from Garrison Keillor’s long running radio program, A Prairie Home Companion. Come enjoy an afternoon of a robust blend of bluegrass, folk, old-time and acoustic country music.

In these deeply transporting pages, Cole Arthur Riley reflects on the stories of her grandmother and father, and how they revealed to her an embodied, dignity-affirming spirituality, not only in what they believed but in the act of living itself. Writing memorably of her own childhood and coming to self, Arthur Riley boldly explores some of the most urgent questions of life and faith: How can spirituality not silence the body, but instead allow it to come alive? How do we honor, lament, and heal from the stories we inherit? How can we find peace in a world overtaken with dislocation, noise, and unrest? In this indelible work of contemplative storytelling, Arthur Riley invites us to descend into our own stories, examine our capacity to rest, wonder, joy, rage, and repair, and find that our humanity is not an enemy to faith but evidence of it.

This discussion group meets in the 1st Floor Conference Room and is open to all. Led by Director of Christian Formation, Charlotte Elia.